GME GR9020W, GR9040B, GR9020B, GR9040W Instruction Manual

GR9000

S E R I E S

MARINE STEREO SYSTEMS

GR902 0W • G R90 20B
GR 904 0W • G R90 40B

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Congratulations on the purchase of the GME GR9000 series
Marine Stereo system, arguably the finest marine audio
product available today. Your GR9000 has been designed
with both the music buff and boat owner in mind. By way
of a host of features never before found in a marine stereo
system, the GR9000 offers music enthusiasts the same level
of audio quality normally reserved for high end
home systems.

The GR9000 series has been developed by utilising
a combination of the very latest in digital electronic
technology and the design expertise gained by GME
engineers over several decades of marine product
development. With all circuitry conformally coated, exposed
metalwork protected against the harsh marine environment
and contained in a UV stabilised water resistant
polycarbonate housing, the GR9000 will ensure many years
of reliable service.

Ever attentive to customer needs, GME offers the GR9000
in two discrete configurations. For the smaller vessel where
exposure to the elements is greater, the fully enclosed
GR9040 is ideal, for larger cruisers or yachts where
bulkhead installation is the preferred option, the GR9020 is
the perfect solution.

The GR9000 has all the attributes expected in a superior
stereo system, furthermore, the industry first inclusions of

SD and USB inputs and iPod® compatibility, will ensure the
GR9000 is destined to become the standard by which all
marine stereo systems are measured.

Read this instruction booklet carefully, drop in your
favourite music selection, sit back and enjoy the
sounds that cannot fail to impress even the most
critical audiophile.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND MODEL
DESIGNATORS

The GR9000 series is available in the following formats:

GR9020W

(White) and GR9020B (Black)

Designed for flush mounting into bulkheads or dashboards
where the rear case of the product is not exposed to any
water ingress or moisture. The GR9020 has a semi open
rear case to permit heat dissipation generated by operating
the system at high volumes for extended periods of time.

GR9040 W

(White) and GR9040 B (Black)

Designed with a fully enclosed waterproof marine housing
to enable installation on open boats or in areas where
occasional water exposure is possible. The GR9040 utilises
GME’s unique ‘Big Gun’ custom heat dissipater to avoid
any overheating or component damage in situations of
prolonged use at high volumes or in areas of high
ambient temperatures.

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MP3 via CD/USB/SD card and auxiliary input

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Detachable front face panel

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4 x 45 Watt power output

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Conformally coated PCBs for harsh

marine environment.

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Rugged and waterproof case, made using high

impact UV protected plastics.

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Waterproof to IP56

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Multiple mounting options - flush or

bracket mount

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Backlit colour LCD screen

•

Infrared remote control

•

iPod ready*

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Available in black or white

*iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.

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The GR9000 is supplied with the following
standard accessories:

• Main unit

• Remote controller

• USB adaptor

• DC/speaker cable harness

• Mounting bracket - GR9040 only

• Gimbal knobs (2) - GR9040 only

• Top and bottom cover fill strips

• Protective case for detachable face panel

• Flush mount support kit and template

• Spare flush mount screw caps (4)

• Owner’s manual

Please immediately contact your point of purchase if any of
these components are missing.

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Release But ton

Select

AMS

Power Mute LOC/OX Remote Control Band LCD CD Slot Clock/ Time Eject SD Card
On/Off Selector Receptor Selector Display Selector Input

Loudness

Audio Control

Stereo/Mono

Scan Number Keys

Mode Switch

Tuning/Selec ting
Tracks

USB Input

Auxiliary
Input

GME STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT YOU KEEP THIS MANUAL

IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED

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INTRODUCTION

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Product Description and Model Designators

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CONTROL LOCATIONS

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INSTALLATION

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Precautions

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Removing & Refitting the Face Panel . . . . . . . 4

Handling Compact Discs

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Moisture Condensation

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Location

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Flush Mounting - GR9020

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Bracket Mounting - GR9040

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Flush Mounting - GR9040

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Removing Clear Cover

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Electrical Wiring

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Fuse Replacement

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OPERATION

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General Functions

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Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CD/MP3 O

peration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

AUXILIARY INPUTS & OUTPUTS

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ront Panel Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Rear Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

REMOTE CONTROL

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Remote Control Functions

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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GR9000 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

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SPECIFICATIONS

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WARRANTY

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GME AFTER SALES SERVICE

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BRACKET MOUNTING - GR9040

1. Attach the two gimbal knobs through the mounting
bracket and into the GR9040.

2. Temporarily position the GR9040 in the desired location
and roughly mark the location of the bracket edges.
Now, remove the unit from the bracket and reposition
the bracket to mark the mounting hole positions.

3. Screw or bolt the bracket into position. The mounting
method will depend on the material to which the bracket
is being attached.

4. Fit the GR9040 back into the bracket and adjust to the
desired angle before tightening the gimbal knobs.

5. Complete the antenna
lead and electrical wiring
as described later.

For overhead mounting the
GME logos on the side of
each bracket can be rotated
as shown right.

FLUSH MOUNTING - GR9040

Although the GR9040 is a bracket mounted unit, it can be
flush mounted by following the disassembly
instructions below.

1. Remove the 4 screws
from each cable clamp panel
at rear.

2. Remove the screw from
the centre of the heat
dissipater and remove.

3. Remove the 4 screw caps and 4 screws from the front
case and slide the unit
out completely.

Your GR9040 can
now be flush mounted, replacement screw caps have been
provided to cover the exposed screw heads.

REMOVING CLEAR COVER

If your GR9000 will be mounted in a dry protected location
away from the possibility of water ingress, the front clear
cover can be permanently removed.

1. Remove the 4 screws from each of the
top and bottom inside edge of the
mount frame as shown above. Remove
top latch assembly and clear cover.

2. Fit replacement fill strips as supplied into top and
bottom frame edges.

3. Mount your unit into the bulkhead. Use supplied spare
screw caps to cover screw heads.

ELECTRICAL WIRING

DC Connections

Caution:

The GR9000 is designed for vessels with a 12 Volt

negative ground electrical system only!

Referring to the wiring diagram on following page:

1. Connect the Yellow wire directly to the positive terminal
of the vessel’s battery, or to a point that has +12 Volts
available at all times. This lead maintains the memories

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Reset Button

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Screw

Strap

Screw

Screw

Screw

GR9020
Flush Mounted

GR9040
On-Dash Mounted

GR9040
Overhead Mounted

Press from
back

Turn

Flush Mount
Support Strap

Rear centre Screw with Spacers

Fill Strips

Screw
Caps

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PRECAUTIONS

If you are connecting your GR9000 for the first time or have
just reconnected your boat battery and you are experiencing
problems with the unit’s operation, we suggest you try
resetting the unit. The reset button is located under the
removable face panel (see below for instructions). Gently
press the reset button with a paper clip or similar object.
You can then refit the face panel.

The preset station memories and clock time are retained
only while the yellow ‘Memory 12 V+’ lead is connected
(see Electrical Wiring section). If the battery is disconnected
or switched off at the master switch, or the unit is removed
from the vessel, the station memories will be lost and the
clock will need to be reset.

REMOVING & REFITTING THE FACE PANE

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Before removing the face panel, turn the unit OFF by
pressing the

PWR

button.

1. Press the

15

release button to release the

left hand end of the face panel.

2. Lift the face panel
out towards you.

3. After removing
the face panel,
place it inside the
supplied case to
protect it from damage.

HANDLING COMPACT DISCS

• Handle the CD by it’s edge, avoid touching the
disc surface.

• Store your CDs away from direct
sunlight or heat sources. Keeping
the CD in it’s original case will
help to keep it flat.

• Clean the CD with a soft cloth
from the centre to the outer
edge, (see diagram) rather than
in a circular motion. Do not use
solvents.

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Your GR9000 uses optical laser technology. Occasionally
damp or humid conditions may cause condensation to
appear on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the
unit might not operate correctly. Simply eject the CD and
leave the unit turned on for a while until the
moisture evaporates.

LOCATION

The GR9000 is designed to be mounted in several different
configurations to enable it to be installed in the most
convenient position. GME recommends that the unit should
be mounted in a position that is free from direct sunlight
and excessive vibration.

FLUSH MOUNTING - GR9020

The GR9020 can be neatly flush mounted into a panel or
bulkhead so that just the controls and the protective cover
are visible.

Using the template provided, select a suitable location on a
panel or bulkhead. Examine behind the panel to determine
the best method of support. If the thickness of the panel is
not sufficient to support the unit, it will be necessary to use
the strap supplied (see following diagrams)

The following fuse ratings are used:

- Yellow ‘Memory 12 V +’ lead: 15 Amp.

- Red ‘Ignition Switch ACC’ lead: 0.5 Amp.

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GENERAL FUNCTIONS

1

Power ON/OF F

To turn the GR9000

ON, press the PWR Button. The unit
will resume the mode and settings that were selected when
last turned OFF.

To turn the GR9000

OFF, press the PWR button again,
note that when the GR9000 is turned OFF the clock is
displayed without the backlight.

2

Audio Controls

The Volume, Bass, Treble, Balance and Fader controls are
selected electronically. The default setting is the
Volume Control.

To select an alternative control, press the

SEL 3 button
until the desired function is displayed on the LCD. Each
press cycles to the next function in sequence. Adjustment of
the selected control function is made by the large
rotary knob 2.

4

Loudness

Pressing the LOU button will provide a low frequency
(bass lift) boost to the audio output. To indicate selection
a ‘LOUD’ flag will be illuminated on the LCD. Pressing the

LOU button again will de-select the loudness function.

5

Mute

Pressing the MUT button will temporarily silence the audio
output. ‘MUTE ON’ is displayed on the LCD to indicate the
GR9000 has been muted. Pressing the MUT button again
will restore the previously selected audio level.

6

Clock

To display the current time, press the DSP button, after 5
seconds the display will return to it’s original status.

The time is shown in the 24 hour format.

To set the clock, press and hold the

DSP button until the
time display begins to flash. The time can then be adjusted
by rotating the Volume knob. To adjust hours, rotate the
knob clockwise, to adjust the minutes, rotate ant-clockwise.

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Mode

Pressing the MOD button will select the GR9000 operating
mode. TUNER, CD or AUX modes are sequentially selected
as the MOD is pressed. When the GR9000 is switched
ON it will automatically return to the mode it was in when
switched OFF.

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Local/Distance Control

Pressing the LOC button selects an internal attenuator
which will help to reduce the interference and distortion
often associated with very strong local radio transmissions.
The LOC flag on the LCD is illuminated when the GR9000 is
in the local mode.

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Stereo/Mono Selector

Pressing the ST button selects either mono or stereo
reception. The unit will momentarily display ‘MONO’ or
‘STEREO’ when toggling the ST switch. The ST flag is
displayed when the GR9000 is in the stereo mode.

Selecting

MONO improves reception when FM signals are

weak or noisy, by disabling stereo detection.

Select

stereo for normal listening on FM radio bands, a

symbol is displayed when stereo signals are

being received.

RADIO OPERATION

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Band Selector

To select the required radio band (AM1, AM2 FM1 FM2 or
FM3), sequentially press the BND button until the required
band is selected.

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Tuning/Selecting Tracks

Manual Tuni ng
To tune the radio manually, momentarily press the or

button to select the desired frequency. Each press will

step the frequency by 50 kHz.

Automat ic Tuning (Seek )

Press and hold either the or buttons for 3 seconds.
The GR9000 will stop seeking when a strong, clear station
is detected.

Storing of Stations in Memory

Once the desired station has been selected, press and hold
one of the six pre-set station memory locations on the front
panel for 3 seconds. The corresponding button number will
appear on the LCD indicating that the selected station is
now programmed into the GR9000 memory.

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Auto Programming of Radio Stations (AMS)

Select t he require d band

Press and hold the AMS button for 3 seconds; The GR9000
will now commence searching the band for radio stations.
As each station is located it is automatically stored in the
next available pre-set memory location. The new stations
will replace any stations previously stored in that band.

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within the GR9000 and is the main power source for
the unit.

2. Connect the RED wire to the vessels +12 V supply via
an appropriate isolating switch or circuit breaker. This
lead enables the radio to be switched ON and OFF.
Alternatively, this wire can be connected directly to the
battery’s positive terminal and the GR9000 switched ON
and OFF using it’s own controls.

3.

Connect the BLACK wire to the battery’s negative

terminal

or to the common negative bus in the electrical system.

Import ant: Your GR9000 is able to maintain it’s
memories when it is switched off using the

PWR

button by
drawing power directly from your battery via the YELLOW
‘MEMORY 12 V+’ lead. Although the memory backup
current is very small (about 10 mA) it may eventually
discharge your battery if left connected indefinitely. The
time taken to completely discharge your battery could vary
depending on its Amp-hour rating and battery condition.

If you do not run your boat’s motor regularly or your battery
is not kept charged between outings (e.g. Solar or wind
charger), we recommend you disconnect the YELLOW lead
each time you secure or trail your boat. This is easily done
by connecting the YELLOW ‘MEMORY 12 V+’ lead via a
Master switch, which can be switched off after each outing.
This will mean you will lose all your preset station memories
and clock settings.

Speaker Connections

When connecting the speakers, observe the correct polarity as
shown in the diagram above right. Incorrect polarity will result in a
reduction of Bass response and stereo effect. The use of speakers
with an impedance of less that 4 Ohms is not recommended, as
they will cause excessive loading of the GR9000’s output circuit
and may result with the radio overheating.

Caution : The GR9000 is a four-speaker system that
requires 2 separate wires for each speaker.

A range of GME speakers are available from your local
GME retailer.

Connect all four speakers as shown in the diagram above.
Adjust the Fader control for the required front/rear balance.
If you wish to connect only two speakers, connect these to
the Rear speaker wires. The remaining speaker wires should
be insulated to ensure they cannot short circuit together or
to the vessel’s 12 Volt or negative electrical Bus. If using only
two speakers, adjust the Fader control to the rear speakers.

Antenna Connections

Connect an AM/FM marine antenna to the antenna
socket which extends from the rear of the GR9000. For
information on a suitable antenna, contact your nearest
GME branch or marine retailer.

Reset Button

When the installation is complete, remove the front panel
and press the Reset button using a paper clip or similar
object (see PRECAUTIONS on page 4). This will ensure
the GR9000 is ready to operate for the first time. If at any
time the controls do not seem to work (after replacing the
vessel’s battery for example), press the Reset button to
reset the microcomputer inside the GR9000.

FUSE REPLACEMENT

If any of the fuses blow, replace them with a standard
30 mm 3 AG type of the same rating, if the fuse blows a
second time contact your retailer.

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REAR LEFT – GREEN/BLA CK

REAR LEFT + GREEN

FRONT LEFT – WHITE/B L

AC

K

FRONT LEFT + WHIT

E

REAR RIGHT – PURPLE/BL AC

K

REAR RIGHT + PURPLE

FRONT RIGHT – GREY/BLA CK

FRONT RIGHT + GRE

Y

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Scan

In the TUNER mode, press and hold the SCAN button for
3 seconds. The GR9000 will now scan the selected radio
band for all available stations, pausing briefly at each to
let you decide whether you wish to listen to this particular
station. To exit the Scan mode, press and hold the SCAN
button a second time.

Manuall y Selecting the Pre -Set Station M emories

Briefly press the desired station memory 1- 6. The GR9000
will jump immediately to that station and the memory
number will appear on the LCD.

CD/MP3 OPERATION

Warning: D o not insert CDs containing any thing other

than standard au dio or MP3 files into the disc slot. The
CD mechanism cont ains precision laser component s which
could easily be dam aged by inserting foreign ob jects.

Import ant: Because of the wide dynamic range offered

by CD systems, the difference in volume level between
very soft sounds and very loud sounds can be quite high.
For this reason we recommend that you avoid turning the
volume level up to loud when listening to very soft music or
tracks with no audio level, otherwise a sudden change to
very loud music could damage your speakers.

Inserting the CD

Remove the CD from it’s case and insert the disc face
up into the front panel aperture. The CD mechanism will
automatically draw the disc into the player and start playing
track 1.

A disc symbol is displayed on the LCD whenever there
is a CD in the player.
The symbol will
simulate rotation
whenever the
disc is playing.

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Ejecting a CD

Press the EJECT button to stop the CD playing and
automatically eject the disc.

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Fast Forward/Reverse

To advance through the present track at high speed, press
and hold the button. The elapsed playing time will be
displayed and will advance rapidly. Release the button to
continue playing at the normal speed.

To reverse through the present track at high speed, press
and hold the button. The elapsed time on the display
will decrease rapidly. Release the button to continue
playing the present track at the normal speed.

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Step to the Next Track

To step immediately to the next track, press the button
once. The next selected track will begin playing, press the

button to advance to the start of successive tracks.

To step immediately to the start of the track currently being
played, press the button once. The current track will
immediately restart. Press the button repeatedly to
locate the start of previous tracks.

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Pause

To pause the CD, press the button once. The disc symbol
on the LCD will stop rotating when the pause function has
been selected.

Press the button again to resume playing the CD.

Repeat Play

To continually play the current track, press the RPT button.
A ‘RPT’ flag will be illuminated on the LCD when in the
repeat mode.

Press the RPT button again to return to the normal mode.

Random Play

To play tracks on the CD in a random order, press the RDM
button. A ‘RDM’ flag will be illuminated on the LCD when
in the random mode.

Press the RDM button again to return to the normal mode.

Intro-Scan

The intro-scan feature plays the first 10 seconds of each
track allowing you to identify the songs on the CD.
To select intro-scan press the INT button, the LCD will
display INT, track number and elapsed time.

Press the INT button again to return to the normal mode.

MP3 Functions

MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer 3) is a format for the compression of
audio files to approximately 8% of their original size. This
permits a large number of files to be stored on a CD-R,
CD-RW, SD Card or USB memory stick.

MP3 Music Se arch - To search for a particular MP3
music track, press the AMS button once, the LCD will
display ‘TRK SCH’ (track search). Press SEL, the display
will flash, then rotate the Volume control until the desired
track is found. Press SEL repeatedly until the display stops
flashing; the selected track will then play.

Precautions for CD-R and CD-RW Discs

The GR9000 will not play a CD that has not been finalised,
please refer to the instruction manual of the software
or the recorder you are using to write these CDs for the
finalisation process.

To ensure a more reliable playback, please follow GME
recommendations:

• Use CD-RWs with a speed of 1x to 4x and write with a
speed of 1x to 2x.

• Use CD-Rs with a speed of 1x to 8x and write with a
speed of 1x to 2x.

• Do not play CD-RWs that have been written to more that
5 times.

Note: If a disc contains audio CD data and MP3 files, the
GR9000 will only play which ever is first on the disc. If the
first track on the disc is an MP3 file, the unit will only play
the MP3 files from the disc, and will ignore all other files
and vice versa.

Precautions for MP3

The format of the disc must be ISO9660 level 1 or 2, or
Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format.

When naming an MP3 file, ensure the file extension is ‘.MP3’

The GR9000 will not recognise a non MP3 file even though
the name extension is ‘.MP3’.

au XI lI arY In put S & o ut put S

To maximise the owner’s listening flexibility and pleasure
the models within the GR9000 series have several auxiliary
inputs and outputs.

FRONT PANEL INPUTS

There are standard USB and SD card inputs located on the
front panel.

When using the USB input please ensure the USB Adaptor
(Part # AD003) supplied as a standard accessory with each
GR9000 is utilised and the transparent front cover is always
fully closed to avoid any possibility of water ingress.

The are many styles and sizes of USB memory sticks and SD
cards available on the market today, however for optimum
performance GME recommends:

• Part # USB001 GME USB Memory Stick

• Part # SDC001 GME SD Card

These devices have been specifically manufactured for GME
and are available from your local GME retailer.

Aux Input

The GR9000 has a 2.5 mm stereo jack low level (1 Volt
peak to peak) audio input lines. Owners may use this input
for external audio sources that they wish to control and
play through the vessel’s stereo system.

GME offers a custom interface cable for iPod® and other
MP3 portable devices connection; Part # LE68. When using
this connection, it is necessary to use the portable device
functions to control play.

REAR OUTPUT

The GR9000 series has front and rear, right and left
channel low level audio output lines. Owners may use these
outputs to drive external booster amplifiers should they
have a particularly large vessel or require supplementary
audio output power.

When a suitable external amplifier is connected the volume,
tone and balance settings may still be controlled at the GR9000.

Warning: Extreme care should be taken when connecting

any external device to your GR9000 rear inputs or outputs.
GME strongly recommends that all such installations should
be carried out by a suitably qualified technician.

rE Mo tE c on trol

A standard accessory with the GME GR9000 is a credit card
sized wireless remote control (RCU9000). The remote will
permit the control of all major GR9000 functions from a
distance of up to 3 metres.

Ensure plastic battery protection tab is removed from the
handset before initial opereation.

Simply point the remote handset at the GR9000 and select
the required option on the keypad.

REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Caution s

•

The remote control handset is not waterproof and should be
kept well away from both fresh and salt water at all times.

• The remote control should not be left in direct sunlight

for prolonged periods, excessive sunlight and heat
could cause damage to the keypad resulting in incorrect
operation or non function.

Mute Display Scan On/Off

Stereo/Mo no

Volume up

AMS search

Volume down

Pause/Ra dio

memory 1

Intro Scan /

Radio

memory 2

Audio contro l

Select

Reverse

MP3 tracks

by 10/Radio

memory 5

Loudness

Mode/
Function

Radio tuning /
Music track
selecti on

Radio band /
MP3 ID

Randem
play/Radio
memory 4

Repeat play/
Radio
memory 3

CD Eject

Local/D istant

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There are a number of high quality GME accessories
available to enhance your marine entertainment experience.
These accessories are available through your local GME
retailer, should you have any difficulty in obtaining any
GME accessory, please call or email your local GME Sales
Office (within Australia and New Zealand). Contact details
are listed on the back page of this manual.

International customers should also refer to the back page
for details of your local importer or visit:
www.gme.net.au/export

• Marine Speakers

• Infrared Remote Control - replacement

• SD Cards

• USB Flash Drives

• Comprehensive Range of Marine Antennas

• Interface cable for MP3 devices

From time to time GME may introduce new and additional
products to the range or discontinue existing accessories.
Details of any changes may be found at our website:
www.gme.net.au/marine

FM RADIO

Frequency Range: 87.5 - 108 MHz (Eu./Aust./N.Z.)

87.5 - 107.9 MHz (U.S.A.)

Frequency Step: 50 kHz

Intermediate Frequency: 10.7 MHz

Sensitivity (30 dB S/N): 13 dBuV (typical)

Channel Separation: >22 dB

Station Memories: 18

AM RADIO

Frequency Range: 522 - 1620 MHz (Eu./Aust./N.Z.)
530 - 1710 MHz (U.S.A.)

Frequency Step: 9 kHz (Eu./Aust./N.Z.)
10 kHz (U.S.A.)

Intermediate Frequency: 455 kHz

Sensitivity (20 dB S/N): 25 dBuV

Station Memories: 12

COMPACT DISC MECHANISM

Mechanism: Auto Loading

Signal to Noise Ratio: 65 dB

Format: 8 times oversampling

Environmental: Anti-vibration/Anti-shock

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

Audio Output: (4 channels x 45 W Peak =

180 W Peak) @ 10% THD.

Speaker Impedance: 4 Ohm

Frequency Response: 40 Hz - 18 kHz

Bass Adjustment Range: +/- 8 dB @ 100 kHz

Treble Adjustment
Range: +/- 10 dB @ 10 kHz

GENERAL

DC Supply Input: 11 – 16 Volts Negative Ground

Memory Back-up: External Back-up Memory Wire

Back-up Current: Approximately 10 mA

Overall Size: 232 mm (W) x 97 mm (H) x

200 mm (D) excluding heat
dissipator.

Weight: 1.9 kg - GR9020, 3 kg - GR9040.

Supply Current: 7 Ampere (max.)

Sp Ec If Icat Ion S*

*All specifications are t ypical and subje ct to chan ge without notice or o bligatio n.

SPK001 and SPK002, both available in Black or white.

PA GE 10 IN ST RU C TI ON M A NU AL GR 90 00 SE RI E S

Gr 9 00 0 tr ou blE Sh ootI nG G uI dE

SY MP TO M C AU SE SO LUTI ON

No Power. Vessel’s battery switch is not on. Check master switch if fitted.

One of the fuses is blown. Replace the damaged fuse with the

correct value.

Error messages displayed on LCD or
functions not operating.

Microprocessor lock up. Press Reset Button.

Poor radio reception. Damaged or incorrect type of antenna. Check antenna and replace

if necessary.

CD cannot be loaded. There is already a CD in the player. Remove disc, then insert new CD.

CD is upside down. Insert correct way up.

CD is damaged or dirty. Clean or try another disc.

CD has moisture on it.

Dry disc and retry.

CD reader has moisture on lens. Leave player on for an hour or so

and retry.

bat tEr Y r Epl ac EM Ent

Should the working range of remote control handset
reduce, or functions fail to operate correctly. The battery
should be replaced:

1. Turn remote
over, Insert
thumb nail
between grooves
on the battery
cover latch and slide
to the right, pull out the
battery tray.

2. Replace the battery,
(type CR 2025 or equivalent),
with the positive side facing upwards.

3. Slide the battery tray back into the
handset.

op tI ona l acc ESSo rIE S

SPK003 and SPK004, both available in Black or white.

AE346B and AE83 Marine Antennas.

Wa r r ant Y

GME limit this warranty to the original Purchaser of
the equipment.

GME warrant this product to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the
date of purchase from their authorised retailer.

Should the product require servicing during this period, all
labour and parts used to effect repairs will be supplied free
of charge. GME reserve the right to determine whether
damage has been occasioned by accident, misuse or
improper installation whereby the warranty would be void,
including:

Equipment which has been damaged due to:

(a) Incorrect or reverse polarity connection to a battery or

power supply;

(b) Connection to incorrect supply voltage.

(c) Effects of water or moisture penetration.

(d) Non-factory modifications.

(e) Use of incorrect replacement fuse.

Procedure to be followed by Claimant: In the event of a
defect occurring during the twelve (12) month warranty
period, the original Purchaser may return the defective unit
along with suitable proof of purchase date (i.e. receipt,
docket, credit card slip etc.) and a full description of the
defect to any authorised retailer.

All freight charges incurred for transportation by the retailer
or GME are the Purchaser’s responsibility.

The retailer will forward the unit to the closest authorised
GME Service Depot in your particular area.

GME a f tE r SalES S E r v I c E

Your GME GR9000 is especially designed for the environment
encountered in mobile or portable installations. The use of all
solid state circuitry, careful design and rigorous testing, result in
high reliability. Should failure occur however, GME maintain a
fully equipped service facility and spare parts stock to meet the
customer’s requirements long after expiry of the

warranty period.

Warning: Extreme care should be taken when connecting

any external device to your GR9000 rear inputs or outputs.
GME strongly recommends that all connections should be
carried out by a suitably qualified technician.

A Division of:

Head Office: SYDNEY- Locked Bag 2086, North Ryde N.S.W. 1670, Australia. Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone].

MELBOURNE ADELAIDE PERTH BRISBANE SYDNEY AUCKLAND

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Dandenong South Thebarton 10-12 Harvard Way 89-101 Factory Rd. 22-24 College St. 35 Neilpark Dr.
Vic. 3165 S.A. 5031 Canning Vale Oxley Gladesville East Tamaki
Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] W.A. 6155 Qld. 4075 N.S.W. 2111 N.Z.
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone] Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone]
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For customers outside Australia and New Zealand, please contact your local GME Distributor or email to: [e-mail]

Part Number: 310386 Drawing Number: 4 3 63 6 -1

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